Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications Pro

County Emergency Communications; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Saint Georges. Dispatchers coordinate fire service responses, receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role emphasizes organized information handling, accurate data entry, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts and emergency staffing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to operate computer systems and radio equipment.
• Comfort with data entry and maps.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.

Skills

Clear radio communication

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications seeks Fire Dispatcher opportunities in Saint Georges. Dispatchers coordinate fire service responses, receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain radio communications with responding crews.

This role emphasizes organized information handling, accurate data entry, and adherence to established response plans under supervision. Applicants should be prepared for varied shifts and emergency staffing requirements.